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Attorney for the Child

provided by The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY

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The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY

1 West Main Street
Rochester NY 14614
Main:
585-232-4090
Hours:
M-TH 8:45AM-5:00PM.
F 9:00AM-4:00PM.
Other hours by appointment only.
Email:
legalaid​@lasroc.org

* The Attorney for the Child (AFC) program at the Legal Aid Society of Rochester represents children in Monroe County Family Court. These attorneys, formerly known as Law Guardians, are appointed by the court to provide free legal representation to children in a variety of cases, including:
  • Abuse.
  • Custody.
  • Foster Care.
  • Juvenile Delinquency.
  • Person In Need Of Supervision (PINS).

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Eligibility: All children from birth to 21 years old who are parties to or the subject of a Family Court Petition.

Application Process: An Attorney for the Child is appointed by an order of a Family Court Judge to represent children who are appearing in proceedings before them.

Required Documentation: None.

Fees: No fee for service.

Coverage Note: Monroe and Steuben County.

Cultural Competency: Signage and advertising for diverse populations, Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff, Staff reflects population served

Languages: Staff provides service in language offered, Language line, Materials/literature in language indicated, Website can be translated

 

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester provides direct civil legal services, including law advocacy and related human services, to adults and children. They ensure that those who seek justice have an opportunity to receive a fair and full hearing. They obtain legal solutions that have a beneficial impact on our clients and the community.